Introduction to the Bible: A Journey into Three Worlds (Mysearchlab) - Tapa blanda

The writing style is especially accessible to the average undergraduate, it seems to me. The exercises at the end of each chapter are also especially helpful, and I very much liked the case study format the featured three hypothetical students. -Professor Gerald Vigna, Alvernia University The division of the material into the "three worlds" is wonderful! The conclusion is very helpful in orienting students to the use of and importance of the Bible in culture. -Instructor Cheryl Rhodes, Coastal Carolina University and University of South Carolina The "three worlds" approach makes it very easy to introduce students to literary and historical approaches to the text, and gives them (and me) a clear indication of when we're switching gears and interpreting the text through different lenses. -Professor Shannon Grimes, Meredith College I appreciate that the text is not overly doctrinaire. This is a departmental choice, yet each member of the department can use it and bring out her/his own personality while using the text. -Professor J Babban, Chowan University One thing I really like about it is it is up date on recent biblical scholarship. -Professor David Torbett, Marietta College

A Literary, Historical, and Contemporary Perspective of the Bible Introduction to the Bible approaches the Bible by considering it from three different viewpoints: literary, historical, and contemporary. This unique approach underscores the dynamics of each view and the methods scholars have developed to study them. Additionally, the authors are especially careful to distinguish the historical and literary 'viewpoints' for students new to the discipline; encouraging them to consider and discuss the contemporary significance of the Bible. Teaching and Learning Experience Improve Critical Thinking - Introduction to the Bible provides an analysis of the role of the Bible in contemporary American culture; stimulates students' awareness of Biblical thought through suggested readings related to contemporary ethical issues; shows the relevance of religious thought; and helps students examine their assumptions, discern hidden values, evaluate evidence, assess their conclusions, and more! Engage Students - Introduction to the Bible encourages thoughtful discussion and reflection of contents - including biblical controversies - through chapter summaries, case studies, maps and charts. Support Instructors - Teaching your course just got easier! You can create a Customized Text or use our Instructor's Manual, or PowerPoint Presentation Slides. Plus, Introduction to the Bible provides an annotated list of movies and documentary films related to the Bible, and information on how to obtain them for classroom use.